ECD Full Authority Lateral Officer ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
About The Position
The Enforcement & Compliance Full Authority Officer works under the general supervision of a Sergeant to protect life, property, and state transportation infrastructure while supporting the safe and efficient movement of commercial traffic through Arizona. The officer enforces state and federal laws and regulations related to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance, completes assignments and training in a timely manner, makes arrests when necessary, exercises judgment in the use of force, prepares clear written reports, and testifies in court when required. Background checks and in- and out-of-state travel are required. The position is based at the Port of Entry on I-40 at Milepost 38 in Topock, Arizona. The Port of Entry operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so officers are subject to shift work and may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The position offers a $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to certain criteria.
Requirements
- Previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or a federal agency, and meet the minimum qualifications for Arizona Peace Officer certification.
- AZPOST Full Authority certification.
- Weapons certification in accordance with AZPOST standards.
- Obtain Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification within six months of hire.
- Valid, current, class-appropriate driver's license and acceptable driving record; complete required driver training and pass required license record checks.
- Complete the basic and advanced training demonstrating substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
- Maintain required firearms certification.
- Ability to obtain an appointment from an Arizona law enforcement agency.
- A background check is required.
- One year of law enforcement experience is a selective preference.
Nice To Haves
- One year of law enforcement experience.
Responsibilities
- Screen commercial driver and vehicle credentials, weigh commercial vehicles, conduct enhanced vehicle identity inspections, and check registration compliance.
- Perform commercial vehicle safety inspections and traffic stops, and enforce applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Issue applicable permits, route over-dimensional loads, and collect appropriate fees and taxes.
- Inspect vehicles, dealers, and salvage yard operations for compliance with state title and registration requirements.
- Take authorized enforcement action under state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules, and regulations.
- Complete work assignments and training in a timely manner, make sound decisions, prepare clear and concise reports, and testify in court when required.
Benefits
- Sick leave
- Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
- $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to criteria
- Employee referral incentive, subject to criteria
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
